Classic Irish Coffee
Classic Irish coffee is a slightly sweet after dinner drink made with hot coffee, Irish whiskey, and a touch of cream.
Servings: 1
Calories: 346kcal
Ingredients
- 4 oz hot coffee ( ½ cup)
- 1 Tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 ½ oz Irish whiskey of choice
Whipped Cream Topping:
- 2 oz heavy cream (¼ cup), very cold
- sweetener as needed, optional
Instructions
- Hot Method: Combine fresh brewed coffee with brown sugar and whiskey in a small sauce pot. Set over medium heat and cook until sugar has dissolved. Pour into serving mug and top with whipped cream*.
- Room Temp Method: Combine fresh brewed hot coffee, brown sugar, and whiskey in serving mug. Top with whipped cream*.
Whipping Cream Topping:
- Whisk cold cream in a chilled bowl until soft peaks, just until cream has thickened. The mixture should be pourable consistency. Keep cover and chilled until ready to use. May be made in advanced, up to three days.
Notes
*Pour cream over the back of a spoon. This allows the cream to float in a layer over the coffee-whiskey mixture.
Nutrition
Calories: 346kcal, Carbohydrates: 13g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 20g, Saturated Fat: 13g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 64mg, Sodium: 21mg, Potassium: 126mg, Sugar: 13g, Vitamin A: 833IU, Vitamin C: 0.3mg, Calcium: 50mg, Iron: 0.2mg